Morhanda - Mokhada, Palghar
Morhanda is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Mokhada and around 165 km from Thane. Morhanda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morhanda is 551968. The village covers a total geographical area of 1033.07 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Morhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Morhanda village had a total population of 2,667 people, including 1,343 males and 1,324 females, living in 541 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.30%, with male literacy at 60.76% and female literacy at 43.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,512.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,667 | 1,343 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 242 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,512 | 1,263 | 1,249 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 669 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,518 | 674 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Morhanda
Morhanda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Morhanda
Morhanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Morhanda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Morhanda is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Morhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morhanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morhanda
Where is Morhanda located?
Morhanda village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morhanda?
Morhanda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morhanda?
The pincode of Morhanda is 401604.
What is the population of Morhanda?
Morhanda had a total population of 2,667, including 1,343 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Morhanda?
Morhanda had 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morhanda was 52.30%. Male literacy was 60.76% and female literacy was 43.80%.